Fedorov is back practicing as a C today, according to Tarik. Which would mean the return of John Erskine for the Pens game, if it stays that way. Ugh. At least in one game, Feds at D served a dual purpose: it made Jurcina look like a viable blueliner, and it got Erskine out of harm's way. Am I the only guy who wants to keep it that way?

@ ajd: I think tomorrow night's lineup will be dictated by who's healthy. With Brash and Kozlov not practicing, it makes sense for Feds to lineup at C - it gives them four lines of Fs and 6 Ds (otherwise, you have 7Ds, and most drills work better with an even number of Ds).

Bottom line is that if Brash can go, I'd expect Feds to be a blueliner, with Erskine again scratched. If Brash can't go, it's more likely that Feds will line up at C, though it's no sure bet.